
Gochujang Glazed Tofu and Broccoli Bowls
10min
15min
4
450
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Chef's Note
To get the tofu extra crispy, press it under a heavy skillet for 10 minutes before cubing to remove excess moisture. Because gochujang and honey burn easily, always add the glaze at the very end of cooking to ensure a sticky, caramelized coating without any bitter, burnt spots.
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Ingredients
3 cups leftover cooked quinoa
28 oz extra-firm tofu
1 head fresh broccoli
3 cloves garlic
1 inch fresh ginger
3 tbsp gochujang
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 stalks green onions
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
4 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the ingredients: Drain 28 oz of extra-firm tofu and press dry with paper towels. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes. Wash 1 head of fresh broccoli and cut it into bite-sized florets (aim for about 3 cups of florets). Peel and mince 3 cloves of garlic, and grate 1 inch of fresh ginger. Thinly slice 2 green onions.
- 2
Whisk the glaze: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, and 2 tbsp of water until smooth.
- 3
Sear the tofu: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu in a single layer. Pan-fry for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and crispy. Transfer the tofu to a plate and set aside.
- 4
Cook the broccoli: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Toss in the 3 cups of broccoli florets and sauté for 3 minutes until bright green. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Steam the broccoli: Pour 2 tbsp of water into the skillet with the broccoli, immediately cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let steam for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 6
Glaze the dish: Remove the lid and return the pan-fried tofu to the skillet. Pour the whisked gochujang-honey glaze over the tofu and broccoli. Cook over medium heat for 2 minutes, tossing constantly, until the sauce thickens and beautifully coats every piece. Remove from heat.
- 7
Reheat the base: Reheat the 3 cups of leftover cooked quinoa (reserved from Day 1) in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes until steaming hot.
- 8
Assemble and serve: Divide the warm quinoa evenly among 4 bowls. Top with the glazed tofu and broccoli. Garnish with the sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
450
25g
52g
16g
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